The Challenge
Zyvex needed a web-based collaboration platform that could handle real-time updates across multiple users while maintaining data consistency and security.
Key challenges:
- Real-time synchronization
- Conflict resolution
- Role-based access control
- Scalable architecture
The Solution
Built on Supabase for its excellent real-time capabilities and PostgreSQL foundation. The React frontend used optimistic updates for snappy UX.
Architecture Highlights
- Supabase Realtime - WebSocket subscriptions for live updates
- Row Level Security - Database-enforced access control
- Edge Functions - Serverless API endpoints
- React Query - Intelligent caching and sync
Key Features
- Live Cursors - See collaborators in real-time
- Version History - Full audit trail with rollback
- Permissions System - Granular access control
- API Integrations - Connect external tools
Results
Platform launched successfully:
- 99.9% uptime since launch
- Under 100ms average sync latency
- 50+ teams onboarded in beta
- Zero data incidents with RLS
Lessons Learned
Supabase’s Row Level Security proved invaluable for building secure multi-tenant applications. The investment in proper security architecture from day one saved countless hours compared to bolting it on later.